2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 300 | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |